Head of Department, Social Sciences & Creative Industries

Centre for International Development and Training (CIDT); Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Standard Life Pension scheme

Long Service Recognition

Free Will Writing Service

IT & Mobile Discounts

Wellbeing and Mental Health Support

Gym memberships discounts

Eyecare Support

Flu Vouchers

Paycare Health Benefit Plan

Chaplaincy & Prayer Rooms

Generous Annual Leave

Flexible & Agile Working

Free On-site Parking

Cycle Benefits Scheme

Tusker Electric Vehicle Scheme

Employee Discounts

Travel Discounts

Staff Network and Inclusion

Library Access

Staff Scholarship Scheme

Leadership and Management Development

Job summary

University of Wolverhampton is recruiting a Head of Department in the School of Social Sciences, Humanities and Creative Industries in Wolverhampton. The role leads academic staff, guides strategy, and supports the Deputy Head and Head of School to deliver the university’s strategic plan.

Candidates will have a strong record of academic leadership, a good first degree and a Masters in a relevant subject, plus experience with industry partnerships and professional bodies.

Qualifications

• Evidence of academic leadership in higher education.
• Experience delivering strategy and change in a School.
• Experience with partnerships and transnational education.

Responsibilities

• Line manage academic staff and provide leadership to the school.
• Provide direction and oversight of Humanities and Social Sciences within the school.
• Support the Deputy Head and Head of School to ensure delivery of the University’s strategic plan across campuses.

Skills

Academic leadership

Teaching & research supervision

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Master's degree in a relevant subject

Job description

University of Wolverhampton is recruiting a Head of Department in the School of Social Sciences, Humanities and Creative Industries in Wolverhampton. The role leads academic staff, guides strategy, and supports the Deputy Head and Head of School to deliver the university’s strategic plan.

Candidates will have a strong record of academic leadership, a good first degree and a Masters in a relevant subject, plus experience with industry partnerships and professional bodies.